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I work with professionals from lots of different industries, such as oil and gas, finance, law, technology, athletics, and even show business. But one of the professional demographics that benefits the most from private aviation is the commercial real estate executive.
I’m sharing a quick personal story about airline travel to illustrate a point –
Several years ago,I had a family event to attend in Billings, MT. At the time I was a student at Embry-Riddle and living in Prescott, AZ. Here is how my travel itinerary was supposed to pan out:
Origin: Prescott, AZ
Destination: Billings, MT
Event Start: Saturday 10am
Friday
2:00 pm Drive to Phoenix Sky Harbor Airport
4:00 pm Park and navigate through security
4:45 pm arrive at gate
5:00 pm Board
5:35 pm Depart PHX-SEA
8:35 pm Arrive in SEA
8:50 pm Disembark in SEA
9:15 pm Board next flight
9:35 pm Depart SEA-BIL
12:30 am Arrive BIL
It did not work out like that…
As flawed as this chosen itinerary may seem, I booked it because it was the only option that fit all my criteria. I had classes earlier in the day so I could not leave town until the afternoon. Additionally, there were no flight options that allowed me to depart early enough on Saturday morning to arrive on-time for the event. “A rock and a hard place” one might say. So, I opted for the out-of-the-way routing and tight connection so I could still attend class and make the event on time. I knew it was a risk from the start, but I took my chances.
When we landed in Seattle, there was no gate available, so we had to wait on the tarmac. “That’s fine” I thought to myself “if I sprint to the next gate I can probably still make it”. I anxiously watched the clock as my window to catch my connection dwindled.
The delay continued so long that my connecting flight departed before I even pulled my carry-on out of the overhead bin off the first plane.
With a missed connection and no other options to get me remotely close to my family event, I was stranded in the Sea-Tac airport on a Friday night, out of options, exhausted, and defeated. I missed the family event entirely. I spent the wee hours of the morning on a dirty couch in the airport and boarded the first flight in the morning back to Phoenix.
Traveling by airline is not just inconvenient for the average passenger, it’s impossible to serve the demanding schedule required of a high-level real estate professional.
Consider a real estate executive needing to attend two crucial meetings in one day—one in El Paso, TX at 10 a.m. and another in Lafayette, LA at 5 p.m. Traditional commercial flights would make this task nearly impossible. However, with private aviation, this schedule becomes entirely feasible, allowing the executive to attend both meetings and be back home the same evening. This flexibility is what sets private aviation apart as a strategic asset for commercial real estate professionals.
Commercial real estate often demands the ability to visit multiple properties in different locations in a short time frame. Coordinating these trips with commercial flights can be time-consuming and fraught with delays. Private aviation, however, allows professionals to move between cities or states seamlessly. For instance, a morning site visit in Houston can be followed by an afternoon meeting in Dallas, thanks to the convenience of flying directly to smaller, regional airports closer to your destination. This eliminates the bottlenecks associated with commercial airline schedules and boosts productivity.
Being able to act swiftly is a major competitive advantage in commercial real estate. Imagine a prime property becoming available for a limited time. A commercial flight might not get you there in time to inspect it, but private aviation can ensure you’re on-site within hours, giving you the edge to secure the deal. By enabling quick responses to opportunities, private aviation allows real estate professionals to stay ahead in a fast-moving market.
In commercial real estate, relationships are paramount. Meeting clients, investors, and stakeholders face-to-face builds trust and facilitates better communication. Private aviation enables professionals to travel at short notice and meet clients in convenient locations. This flexibility strengthens relationships and demonstrates a commitment to personalized service, which can be pivotal in securing repeat business.
For those relying on commercial airlines, delays, rigid schedules, and unexpected disruptions can create significant setbacks. A personal story illustrates this point: after booking a flight with tight connections, I found myself stranded in Seattle due to a gate delay, missing a critical family event. Had I chartered a private jet, the entire trip would have been streamlined and far less stressful. In commercial real estate, such delays can mean missed opportunities or lost deals.
At Jecobra Aviation, we understand the travel demands placed on commercial real estate professionals. Our services are designed to alleviate those pressures:
We’re private aviation experts with decades of experience in aircraft management, flight operations, charter brokerage, sales, and acquisitions. Whether you’re looking to charter a jet, purchase an aircraft, or explore your options, Jecobra is here to make the process seamless.
Private aviation is not just a luxury; it’s a requirement for maximizing growth in commercial real estate. By offering flexibility, speed, and efficiency, it empowers professionals to respond quickly to opportunities, maintain strong client relationships, and outmaneuver the competition. In an industry where time is money, private aviation is the key to staying ahead.
Contact Jecobra Aviation today to learn how we can support your private aviation needs—whether it’s chartering a flight, acquiring an aircraft, or managing your existing plane.
